While you may think of crepe paper as only being useful to decorate for parties or be the border on a bulletin board crepe paper can do so much more. Using crepe paper is fun and best of all is …[Continue]
Ideas for a Halloween Craft Party
If you are planning a Halloween party you may be wondering what you can do to fill those hours between the end of school and the time to begin trick or treating. Kids can be especially excited to get out …[Continue]
Striped Crepe Paper Easter eggs
These adorable eggs can make a great decoration for your Easter table. You can combine the various techniques (bands, leaf garlands and flowers) to dress up plan and dyed eggs. What you will need: Several hard boiled eggs Various sheets …[Continue]
Ideas for A Christmas Crafting Party
Christmas can be the perfect time to host a crafting party. This kind of party allows you to take some time from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season to gather with family and friends to really enjoy some …[Continue]
What Is Cross Stitch?
Cross-stitching has been around for a very long time and cross-stitch kits offer crafters an affordable way to enjoy this form of embroidery. Cross-stitch patterns can be used on pillows, blankets, wall hangings and make unique and special holiday ornaments. …[Continue]
Teaching Kids How to Cross Stitch
Cross stitch has a long history but is making a resurgence today among crafters of all ages. Everyone from kids on up are trying their hand at cross stitch. One of the biggest benefits to cross stitch is how easy …[Continue]
Chubby Easter Bunnies
Beautiful and durable, crepe paper can lend itself to numerous applications. This is never more true for Easter crafts since a strip of crepe paper conforms perfectly to an egg’s shape. You can use crepe paper for a variety of …[Continue]
Holiday Placemat Crafts
Placemat crafts are easy and a lot of fun for children to create using basic household supplies like paper, scissors, glue, crayons and contact paper. You can make fun placemats that your children will cherish for many years to come. …[Continue]
Steps for Making Your Cross Stitch Project
When you are doing cross stitch there are steps that you can take that will make completing your project much easier. These steps are honed from experienced crafters who have been doing cross stitch a long time. While cross stitch …[Continue]
Awesome Alphabet Collages – 4 Great, Creative Ideas
If you are trying to teach your child the alphabet, a simple way to do so is to make an alphabet collage. Your child can enjoy a little arts and crafts time while they are learning the letters of the …[Continue]
Laminated Art Bookmarks
You can let your child explore their creative side by laminating their own artwork and transforming it into a bookmark. These are perfect for back to school. What you will need: White construction paper Crayons and colored pencils Scissors Peel …[Continue]
How to Cross Stitch
Whether you are making an old-fashioned sampler or a pillow, many people find cross stitching to be a fun and relaxing hobby. One of the major advantages of cross stitching is that it does not require years of sewing skill. …[Continue]
